- Address: Bordered by Spadina Avenue, Dundas Street, Augusta Avenue, and College Street, Toronto, Canada
- Hours: Open daily, shops between 11am - 7pm. Closed Dec 25 and Jan 1
- Admission: Free
Kensington Market
Kensington Market is a must-see on a visit to Toronto. The lively market is filled with a mix of food stores selling a variety of meats, fish, and produce. If that isn’t enough to make your mouth water, you can browse bakeries, spice and dry goods stores, and cheese shops. It is also home to many restaurants covering a wide variety of styles and ethnicities.
Along with the plethora of food shops in Kensington Market are a wide variety of new and used clothing boutiques plus discount and surplus stores. And just when you need a respite from all the shops, grab a seat in cozy café or stop for a meal in one of the many restaurants.
In summer, Kensington Market hosts several car-free Sundays, and a pedestrian mall unfolds on the narrow streets. Live music, dancing, street theatre and games are among the special events on the closed streets. During the Winter Solstice in December, the market hosts the annual Kensington Market Festival of Light, a carnival parade of giant puppets, fire-breathers, and stilt-walkers.
Practical Info
Kensington Market is located in downtown Toronto, a few blocks north of the waterfront. The market is bounded by College Street in the north, Spadina Avenue on the east, Baldwin Street in the south, and Augusta Avenue in the west. Most of the neighborhood's shops, cafes, and other attractions are located along Augusta Avenue, Nassau Street and Kensington Ave. The market is best traveled on foot or bicycle, as the narrow one-way streets and numerous dead-ends are difficult to navigate by car.
Tours & Tickets
Kensington and Chinatown Scavenger Hunt
Uncover history, folklore, graffiti and street foods of the world in this scavenger hunt through Toronto’s most multicultural corner. Explore early ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Ultimate Toronto Tour
On this 5-hour ultimate Toronto small-group tour, you'll see and learn about some of the area's most famous landmarks, attractions and areas. Ride to the ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
Small-Group Walking Tour of Toronto's Kensington Market and Chinatown
Discover two of Toronto's most colorful and multicultural neighborhoods on this small-group walking tour of Kensington Market and Chinatown. On this 2-hour ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
Private Toronto Guided City Tour
Allow your licensed tour guide to take you on a private tour around the city of Toronto. Learn about the history of Toronto and Canada in comfort and ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Toronto Food Tour: Kensington Market Sweet and Savory
Savor sweet and savory dishes from around the globe on this walking tour of Downtown Toronto’s Kensington Market, a colorful multicultural neighborhood ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Downtown Toronto Bike Tour
Hop on a bike and follow your local guide through downtown Toronto! Discover popular attractions such as Chinatown, Kensington Market, the Hockey Hall of Fame ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Toronto Small-Group City Tour
Don't just visit Toronto, experience it! On this 3-hour small-group city tour, discover Toronto's most popular sights and many hidden gems. Enjoy first-class ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Toronto Private Tour
Enjoy a private tour of Toronto for 1 to 3 leisure or corporate travelers. Discover the architectural marvels that made Toronto famous throughout the world, ... Read more
Location: Toronto, Canada
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
